Woman who lost 40 kg shares 8 weight loss tips that helped in her drastic transformation: ‘I have dessert every day…’

A fitness influencer, Carla Visentin, lost 40 kg during her transformation journey. Recently, she shared 8 weight loss tips that helped her shed the kilos.
Fitness influencer Carla Visentin had a drastic transformation during her weight loss journey. The Instagram user managed to lose almost 40 kg/88 lbs, and now, she shares diet and health tips inspired by her journey to motivate others who are trying to lose weight.
In a recent post, she posted 8 weight loss tips that helped her shed the excess kilos. She has used these tips to maintain her weight. From eating food in small utensils to keeping your body hydrated, here are all the pointers she shared.
1. Without calorie deficit, your workouts don't matter
There's no particular exercise that's going to make you lose weight without a calorie-deficit diet. Carla suggested picking a workout that you can stay consistent with, and that helps you move your body.
2. Thirst disguises as hunger, so hydrate!
Sometimes thirst is disguised as hunger, so drink water and wait a couple of minutes to determine if you're actually hungry or not.
3. Eat the same thing every day
To make counting the calories you consume easier, eat the same thing every day. It will stop you from being indecisive and help with quicker meal preparation.
4. Drink your pre-workout
Carla revealed that sometimes when she wanted to motivate herself to go to the gym, she would go on autopilot mode and drink pre-workout. This would fill her up with energy and she would automatically end up going to the gym.
5. Using smaller utensils
This will help slow you down while you are eating and stop you from inhaling the food in 2 seconds. Additionally, eating with a smaller plate tricks the mind into thinking that you are eating more.
6. Eating your favourite calories
The fitness influencer suggested setting aside some calories every day to eat something you like. “I have some form of dessert every day because it stops me from going crazy and regulates my cravings,” she revealed. It doesn't matter what you eat; as long as you're eating in a calorie deficit, you will lose weight.
7. Chewing sugar-free gum
When you are feeling hungry or craving sweets, just chew a sugar-free gum, the influencer suggested.
8. Little mind shifts go a long way
Little mind shifts go a long way when it comes to motivation. Carla revealed that her favourite motivation was that she was making these changes because she loved herself, not because she hated herself.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
ABOUT THE AUTHORKrishna Pallavi PriyaKrishna Priya Pallavi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience, covering health, fashion, pop culture, travel, wellness, entertainment, festivals, mental health, art, decor, fitness, and sex and relationships. She is an alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal, and holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi. Her strong academic foundation informs her analytical and detail-oriented approach to storytelling, helping her uncover stories where none seem to exist. Before joining Hindustan Times, Pallavi worked with some of India’s leading media organisations. She spent close to three years at India Today, where she honed her newsroom skills and developed a sharp editorial sensibility. She also worked for over a year and a half at Vagabomb, ScoopWhoop’s feminist digital platform, where she explored stories through a gender-sensitive, socially aware lens. Pallavi has a deep interest in global fashion trends and international fashion seasons, and enjoys interviewing celebrities and tracking pop culture movements—interests that frequently translate into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Alongside lifestyle and entertainment, she has a keen eye for impactful health and wellness journalism, regularly interacting with doctors, designers, and digital content creators to bring nuance and credibility to her work. Born and raised in Haryana, Pallavi remains deeply connected to her ancestral roots in Odisha. Her ability to spot fresh angles brings curiosity and depth to stories she pursues. When not chasing deadlines, she enjoys spending time with her dog, planning her next vacation, reading, running new trails, and discovering new destinations.Read More
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